Do great artists really need to suffer?
Let’s look at reality.
There’s this persistent myth in the art world that has always bothered me: “Great art can only come from suffering.”
You’ve heard that before, haven’t you?
Van Gogh’s mental health struggles, Frida Kahlo’s physical pain, Sylvia Plath’s depression – all supposedly “necessary” ingredients for their genius.
In this week’s video, I’m challenging this romanticized view of artistic suffering.
Through my own journey between two continents, I’ve discovered something far more crucial to creativity than pain.
Click above to hear why this toxic belief needs to end – and what actually drives creative excellence.
Can’t wait to hear your thoughts on this one,
Crista
P.S. This might fundamentally change how you approach your creative practice.
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Working in the international world of contemporary art, Crista Cloutier has spent her career selling art and marketing art to art galleries, museums and private collections.
Using her professional experiences, Crista has created The Working Artist Masterclass, where she’s developed a global reputation as an artist’s coach. Crista can teach you how to be an artist; including how to sell your art, how to sell art online, how to sell photographs, how to price your art, how to succeed at art fairs, and even how to find your art style.
Crista has worked with established, blue-chip artists to raise their profile and attract greater opportunities. And she’s also helped thousands of emerging artists to build a professional art practice. To learn more, visit https://theworkingartist.com